Synodos Management Group SA

05/09/2026

If you’re already in Corfu…

…have breakfast like a Venetian, not a tourist.

Start in Corfu Town with bougatsa and Greek coffee, then wander through the old Venetian streets before the cruise crowds arrive.

…go to the village where time forgot to make a reservation.

Drive into the Corfiot countryside, find a tiny mountain village and have lunch at a family taverna where there is no polished menu and nobody is in a hurry.

…have a drink in a palace garden.

Visit the Palace of St Michael and St George and wander through the elegant Liston and Spianada — the part of Corfu that feels more like an old European capital than a Greek island.

…eat Sofrito where it was born.

Forget the hotel version. Find a traditional Corfiot kitchen and try sofrito, pastitsada and bourou-bourou prepared the way local families have been making them for generations.

…meet the beekeeper who knows every flower on the island.

Visit a local apiary, learn about Corfu’s wild herbs and flowers, taste different honeys and see how much of the island’s landscape ends up in the jar.

29/08/2026

If you’re already in Crete…

…have lunch in a shepherd’s mountain hut.

Drive deep into the Psiloritis mountains, meet a local shepherd and sit down to antikristo, the traditional lamb cooked slowly over an open fire. No restaurant, no menu — just the mountain and the people who live there.

…go cheese-making before breakfast.

Head into the mountains early, meet a Cretan shepherd and learn how graviera and myzithra are made. Then taste them where they were produced — preferably with warm bread and local honey.

…drink raki with the people who invented the long lunch.

Visit a traditional kafeneio in a mountain village, where coffee inevitably turns into raki, raki turns into food, and nobody seems remotely concerned about the time.

…go looking for the cave of Zeus.

Climb into the Diktean Cave, one of the places ancient Greeks believed Zeus was born, then continue through the Lasithi mountains for lunch in a tiny village.

…eat a grape before you drink it.

Visit a family vineyard during harvest season, pick grapes straight from the vines and taste indigenous Cretan varieties with the winemaker.

…learn to make the Cretan pie that has no recipe.

Spend the morning with a local cook making kalitsounia or mizithropita — the recipe is less “written down” and more “watch me and I’ll show you.”

22/08/2026

If you’re already in Mykonos…

…go behind the postcard.

Leave Little Venice and discover the island’s old fishing villages, family chapels and farmhouses with a local who knows the Mykonos that existed before the beach clubs.

…meet the people who still make Mykonos by hand.

Visit a traditional bakery, a small family workshop or a local artisan and see the island’s disappearing crafts before lunch.

…find the Mykonos of the fishermen.

Early morning in the old port, when the boats return with the catch — followed by breakfast the Greek way and a walk through the quieter side of Chora.

…go looking for the island’s wild side.

Cross the interior by 4x4, follow old tracks through the hills and finish with a swim on a beach you probably wouldn’t find from the main road.

…visit Delos, but don’t do it like everyone else.

Private boat, private archaeologist and an early start — before the island becomes a procession of day-trippers.

…discover why Mykonos was never really just a party island.

A private tour through the island’s churches, old houses, windmills and agricultural heritage — the history hiding underneath all that white paint.

…go to Ano Mera for something other than a coffee stop.

Visit the historic monastery, wander through the village and have lunch at a proper local table away from the Chora scene.

… meet a Mykonian who was here before the beach clubs

Forget the famous names for an afternoon. Meet a local family whose life on Mykonos predates the beach clubs, luxury boutiques and superyachts.

Visit their family property, discover the island’s traditional way of life and share a home-style lunch made with local ingredients.

14/08/2026

If you’re already in Athens…

…steal an island from the mainland.

A private boat, two hours of swimming, a deserted little cove and lunch somewhere you can only reach from the sea.

….have breakfast with the Acropolis — before Athens wakes up.

Early morning walk through Plaka, coffee and koulouri, then the Acropolis before the heat and the crowds arrive.

…find the house where Athens still remembers its Ottoman past.

A private walk through Plaka and Anafiotika with someone who knows the stories behind the doors, courtyards and tiny churches.

…let a 2,500-year-old city choose your dinner.

No restaurant list. Your local host takes you through three very different Athens neighbourhoods, stopping wherever the kitchen looks irresistible.

…go looking for your Greek grandmother.

Not literally. A morning in a local food market followed by a private cooking session built around the dishes every Greek grandmother would argue about.

…trade the Parthenon for Poseidon.

Drive to Cape Sounion late in the afternoon, but make the journey part of the experience: a stop for swimming, a seaside lunch and the Temple of Poseidon at golden hour.

…spend €10,000 on a boat — or €20 on the perfect lunch.

A playful day contrasting two sides of Athens: private cruising along the Riviera followed by the kind of tiny seafood place where the bill is almost embarrassingly modest.

01/08/2026

The Art of Slow Travel

What if the highlight of your trip wasn’t another landmark, but the vineyard owner who opened a bottle reserved for family? Or the village bakery where breakfast turns into a conversation?

Slow travel is about trading a busy itinerary for experiences that stay with you long after you’ve returned home.

A few ways to do Greece differently:

• Stay four or five nights in one destination instead of checking into a new hotel every other day.
• Follow a local chef through the market before cooking lunch together.
• Spend an afternoon with an olive oil producer or winemaker who shares stories you won’t find in any guidebook.
• Leave time to wander without a plan—you’ll often discover the places worth remembering.

Our favorite destinations for slowing down:
Naxos for its mountain villages and farm-to-table cuisine.
Tinos for its marble artisans and creative spirit.
Mani for its rugged beauty and centuries-old stone villages.
Messinia for olive groves, quiet beaches and a slower rhythm of life.

The best journeys aren’t about fitting more into the day. They’re about making every moment count.

That’s the Greece we love to share.

18/07/2026

Beyond Athens: 3 Luxury Wellness Escapes in Greece

Need a break from the fast lane? Greece has the perfect cure.

Beyond its famous islands and ancient landmarks, Greece is home to some incredible wellness retreats where slowing down is part of the experience.

Whether you’re craving a world-class spa, peaceful nature or simply a few days to recharge, these three luxury escapes have you covered.

Daios Cove | Crete Daios Cove

For modern wellness lovers

Hidden in a secluded bay near Agios Nikolaos, Daios Cove is home to KĒPOS by Goco—one of the Mediterranean’s leading wellness centres. Think personalised spa treatments, cryotherapy, fitness coaching, healthy dining and endless sea views.

Perfect for: Travellers who love luxury with a healthy twist.

Costa Navarino | Messinia Costa Navarino

Where nature does the healing

Wake up surrounded by olive groves, spend the day at a world-class spa, explore charming villages or enjoy a glass of local wine as the sun sets over the Ionian Sea.

Costa Navarino blends wellness, outdoor adventures and authentic Greek hospitality in one spectacular destination.

Don’t miss: A morning walk through centuries-old olive trees followed by a relaxing massage.

Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort | Halkidiki
Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort

Relax, recharge and soak it all in

Overlooking the sparkling Aegean, Miraggio is famous for its thermal spa, where natural mineral waters, seawater therapies and luxurious treatments help you completely unwind.

Add beautiful beaches, a stylish marina and fantastic restaurants, and you’ve found the perfect place to switch off.

Perfect for: Couples, families, wellness lovers and anyone who deserves a little pampering.

Feel Good, the Greek Way

In Greece, wellness is more than a spa day—it’s fresh Mediterranean food, time by the sea, warm hospitality and the art of taking time..

At Synodos, we connect people with places and experiences that feel right for them — from the first idea to every detail along the way.

11/07/2026

Think Athens goes to sleep after a hot summer day? Quite the opposite.

This is when the city really comes alive.

A few local tips…

• Forget early dinners. In Athens, 9:30 or 10:00 pm is the perfect time to sit down. At 7:30 pm, you may have the restaurant almost to yourself. Try Krabo, Ark, Moorings, or a seafood taverna in Mikrolimano.

• Take a sunset stroll around Astir Marina, then continue along the waterfront of Vouliagmeni and Kavouri. The sea breeze arrives, the yachts are glowing, and suddenly everyone is outside enjoying the evening.

• Trade your hotel room for an open-air cinema. Cine Paris in Plaka offers a classic Athenian summer experience with the Acropolis as a backdrop, while Thision Open Air Cinema is a favourite for its magical atmosphere.

• Don’t be surprised to see children enjoying gelato at 11:00 pm while their parents are still deciding whether to order dessert. In Greece, bedtime goes on holiday for the summer.

The secret to Athens in summer? Don’t plan early mornings. Plan great evenings instead.



All images belong to their respective owners.

27/06/2026

The Kind of Restaurant You Drive Hours For
Not every great meal is five minutes from your hotel.

Some are at the end of a winding road, in a tiny village, or overlooking a bay you’ve never heard of.

And somehow, those are often the ones to remember.

A few of the best meals in Greece require a detour.

And nobody complains.

FERRYMAN, Elounda, Crete

A waterfront table, the lights of Elounda reflecting on the water, and dishes that let excellent ingredients speak for themselves. The kind of restaurant where conversations become longer with every course.

Siparos Seaside Restaurant, Paros

One of those rare places that manages to be stylish without trying too hard. The sea is right there, the sunset does most of the decorating, and the atmosphere feels effortlessly summer. Arrive before golden hour and don’t make dinner plans afterwards.

Yioryitsa’s Backyard, Mani, Peloponnese

Hidden among olive trees and stone houses, this is the Peloponnese at its best. Relaxed, generous and completely unpretentious. You arrive for dinner and leave feeling as if you’ve been invited to somebody’s family gathering.

A useful Greek dining tip:

If the road feels a little too narrow, a little too winding, and you start wondering whether you’ve made a wrong turn...

You’re probably heading somewhere good.

20/06/2026

Village Squares Made for Long Summer Dinners
Here’s a Greek travel tip that rarely makes it into guidebooks:

If you find a village square with a giant plane tree in the middle, cancel your evening plans.

You’re not leaving anytime soon.

A few favourites:

Archanes, Crete

Archanes, Crete - beautiful wine village just outside Heraklion, where locals gather in the main square for long dinners, cold wine and even longer conversations.

Afitos, Halkidiki

stone houses, sea views and tavernas where sunset somehow turns into midnight.

Apeiranthos, Naxos

marble-paved alleys lead to a square where life moves at exactly the right speed.

Dimitsana, Arcadia

mountain air, traditional stone houses and the kind of village square that makes you order “just one more” glass of wine.

Vizitsa, Pelion – shaded by ancient plane trees and surrounded by elegant stone mansions, it’s the kind of place where nobody seems to be in a hurry.

A small piece of Greek wisdom:

Choose the table on the square, not the one with the best view.

The view stays the same.

The square comes alive.

And that’s where the real evening begins.

14/06/2026